A few weeks ago, it looked like the Blues would be sellers, their chances of qualifying for Stanley Cup Playoffs unlikely. But things have changed, and they are now among those jockeying for a postseason spot and hope to be kept together past the Deadline.

It’s doubtful that St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong was basing important decisions about the future of the franchise on the bounce of a puck Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena. A game against the Los Angeles Kings was the Blues’ last before the NHL trade deadline at 2 p.

The St. Louis Blues are reportedly exploring all options ahead of the March 7 NHL Trade Deadline, but won't be conducting a fire sale.

With a 3-2 shootout win over the Kings on Wednesday, the Blues finished their pre-deadline schedule one point behind the Flames for the last playoff spot in the Western Conference.